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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) A notice of cancellation of a motor vehicle liability policy is effective only if it is based on one or more of the following reasons:
(a) nonpayment of premium; or
(b) the driver's license or motor vehicle registration of the named insured or of any other operator who either resides in the same household or customarily operates a motor vehicle insured under the policy has been under suspension or revocation during the policy period or, if the policy is a renewal, during its policy period or the 180 days immediately preceding its effective date.
(2) This section does not apply to any policy or coverage which has been in effect less than 60 days at the time notice of cancellation is mailed or delivered by the insurer unless it is a renewal policy.
(3) Modification of motor vehicle physical damage coverage by the inclusion of a deductible not exceeding $100 may not be deemed a cancellation of the coverage or of the policy.
(4) This section does not apply to nonrenewal of a motor vehicle liability policy.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Montana Title 33. Insurance and Insurance Companies § 33-23-211. Limitations on basis for cancellation - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mt/title-33-insurance-and-insurance-companies/mt-st-33-23-211/
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